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FOREST VIEW REHAB & NURSING CENTER

535 SOUTH ELM, ITASCA, IL 60143
Score: 2 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

With a score of 2/100, Forest View Rehab & Nursing Center ranks in the bottom tier of Illinois nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Forest View Rehab & Nursing Center, with 2.98 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent CMS inspections identified 82 deficiencies at Forest View Rehab & Nursing Center, including 5 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.98 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.63 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.61 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.73 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.65 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

82
Total Deficiencies
Jan 15, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 77 Moderate 🔴 5 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jan 15, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jan 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 15, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Jan 11, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0806 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing
    Jan 11, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.8% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 39.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.7% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

5 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $328,101

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 2 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certified Beds
144
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 30, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
42